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If you are looking for something super fun to do on New Years Eve check out our fun surf & BBQ day!

EVENT INFO:
Our day begins by going to the beach for an awesome 2 hour surf session. After the surf everyone is invited to our after surf kiwi barbecue and drinks / live music with local kiwi surfers. Located at either one of our beautiful local beaches / one of Wellingtons most amazing ocean viewing spots on Karaka Bay hill with stunning sea views.

For those wanting to explore the Wellington night life on New Years Eve in a group will be hitting Wellingtons most popular bars and also watching the fire works together!

Barbecue $10 per person – Includes food and beverages
Surf Lessons $75 each for x2 hours
Free surf session – Just bring your own board and wetsuit and have fun in a group!

If you are new to surfing, have no worries! We offer a range of courses right from introductory courses to learn about safety of surfing to general riding lessons which help you learn basic skills and get initiated to the sports. Our advanced courses are for the students to learn new tricks and amp up their game.

Surfing is a blast most times, however we often are quick to dismiss the danger involved – most likely because its so addictive, so we tend to not care. Every year surfers lose their lives, and while this is sometimes inevitable, understanding the waves, weather conditions, and your own fitness and ability levels can make all the difference to your safety. So before you paddle out, here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your survival.
Maintain Your Surfing Fitness

​If you’re like most surfers, just paddling out a few times a week will keep you fit enough, or so you think. Going one step further and training while not in the water will not only improve your surfing, but help you keep calm in dangerous situations

Always stretch before you head out so your muscles can warm up and if you’re doing regular fitness training, an all-round workout including cardiovascular, weights, balance training and stretching, this will give you the best endurance in the water.

Cardiovascular training and fitness are what you should be focusing on when not in the water.
Know The Area

Each break is different and knowing what to expect before you paddle out is going to give you a huge advantage.

If you’re new to the area, ask other surfers what the conditions are like. Are there rocks or a shallow reef lurking below that aren’t visible from the surface? Are there strong rips that will funnel you out to sea? Know the tides and how this affects the breaks (and your ability to get back to shore).

Whats normal ocean activity at your home break WILL NOT be the same when surfing overseas. If you’ve ever been surfing in Indonesia when the surf transforms from a leisurely 3ft to a thick 8-10ft reef draining slab within 20 minutes, you’ll realize the importance of this point.

Before you jump in:

Look at other surfers in the line-up to check if they are drifting, which way and how fast.

Watch for where the waves are breaking most consistently, and where they are closing out.

Count the number of waves in each set, and the time in between sets. This tip alone could save you LOTS of energy.

Study The Weather

Take the time to understand the weather and how this affects not only the ocean but your ability to enjoy it. Even slight changes in wind and tides can transform surfable breaks into a torturous mess, and drifting currents can drag you halfway down the coast before you know it.

Always keep an eye on the sky and if you see threatening weather moving in, consider getting out of the water. Remember that the ocean is a wildly powerful force that can unleash its full potential at any time.